The Sharks ended their Currie Cup campaign on a high with a 19-13 victory over the Pumas at Kings Park on Friday night, hurting the visitors' semi-final ambitions in the process.
The Currie Cup edged closer to the playoffs as the Lions and Pumas secured crucial victories on Saturday to keep their semi-final ambitions alive.
Griquas scores six tries on their way to a commanding 40-10 victory against the Cheetahs in their Currie Cup clash in Bloemfontein on Friday.
The Bulls' Currie Cup play-off hopes took a major hit as they crashed to a 42-21 defeat against Griquas at Carlton Rugby Club on Sunday.
The Cheetahs moved to the top of the Currie Cup standings after a convincing 47-31 victory against the Lions in Bloemfontien on Saturday.
Boland booked their spot in the Currie Cup playoffs after a dramatic comeback saw them beat the Pumas while Sharks came out on top against Western Province in a game between the bottom teams.